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BEACH FIREARMS TRAINING |
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“Know the law or face the law”
Gun laws in the United States regulate the sale, possession, and use of firearms and ammunition. State laws vary, and are independent of existing federal firearms laws, although they are sometimes broader or more limited in scope than the federal laws. State level laws vary significantly in their form, content, and level of restriction. Forty-four states have a provision in their state constitutions similar to the Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. The exceptions are California, Iowa, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, and New York. Firearm owners are subject to the firearm laws of the state they are in, and not exclusively their state of residence. Reciprocity between states exists in certain situations, such as with regard to concealed carry permits. These are recognized on a state-by-state basis. Florida issues a license to carry both concealed weapons and firearms, but others license only the concealed carry of firearms. Some states do not recognize out-of-state permits to carry a firearm at all, so it is important to understand the laws of each state when traveling with a handgun. In many cases, state firearms laws can be considerably less restrictive than federal firearms laws.
NJ Firearm Laws http://www.state.nj.us/njsp/about/fire_ag2.html POSTED 01-9-12 |
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How often should I practice?
Be honest, if you had to defend yourself, your family, right now, would your skills be up to the task? Practice, practice and more practice. It’s like anything else, the more you practice the more proficient you become. That is especially important if you are carrying concealed. Shooting is like any other activity that requires motor skills. If not exercised the skill deteriorates. Try to follow specific exercises rather than just "blasting". If you are on a budget .22 ammo is relatively cheap, and you can keep your skills sharp without breaking the bank. Don’t forget to use snap caps to do some drills at home to supplement your training. The most ideal would be once a week, minimum once a month. What do you do to develop and preserve your skills? Posted 12-10-11 |
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How often should I clean my gun(s)?
Safety First. Make sure that your gun is unloaded. Read your owner’s manual. Learn to field strip your gun if necessary. Your goal in cleaning and maintaining your gun(s) is so that their function remains absolutely reliable. Poorly-cleaned or unclean firearms are thus far less reliable than their well-cleaned and properly lubricated counterparts. Our suggestion is to clean your gun after every shooting session. Have good lighting and thoroughly inspect your gun for any wear, rust or cracks. Proper cleaning of your gun will not cause wear. Proper cleaning, followed by proper lubing, will minimize wear. Service personnel are taught, “You shoot it, and then you clean it”. With proper care your gun(s) should last a lifetime. You want your gun to work when you need it. Sometimes “click” is not an option. Posted 11-09-11 |
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Talking With Your Child about Gun Safety
There is no particular age to talk with your child about gun safety. A good time to introduce the subject is the first time he or she shows an interest in firearms, even toy pistols or rifles. Talking openly and honestly about gun safety with your child is usually more effective than just ordering him or her to "Stay out of the gun closet," and leaving it at that. Such statements may just stimulate a child's natural curiosity to investigate further.
As with any safety lesson, explaining the rules and answering a child's questions help remove the mystery surrounding guns. Any rules set for your own child should also apply to friends who visit the home. This will help keep your child from being pressured into showing a gun to a friend. Posted 10-10-11 |
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My _________ has a fear of guns.
We have noticed that many people who aren’t familiar with guns tend to fear them. Therefore they have a fear of owning a gun themselves or living in a household that may have a gun or are thinking of purchasing a gun. We have asked people who have such a fear of guns why guns scare them. This article lists one of the answers we’ve been given, along with some solutions for their fears of guns. .“Guns are Loud” . It is true that most guns can be loud when fired, but they are not much louder than many other everyday experiences. For example, a freight train passing close by can be louder, and unlike a gunshot that lasts just a fraction of a second, a freight train continues to make noise for a much longer period of time. A combination of sound reducing ear plugs and ear muffs can quiet even the loudest guns to something anyone can tolerate. I wear a combination of $1 ear plugs that last for about 30 uses, with a pair of very durable $30 ear muffs, and find it makes shooting at the range much more pleasant.
Each fear about gun ownership or use seems to stem from a lack of understanding of guns, and perhaps the way that guns are portrayed in the media. Each cause of concern can be mitigated quite easily, often with only a little effort. Call us and we will help you overcome your fear.
Posted 02-10-12 |